HIST 396 Themes in American History

The study of a person, event, cultural issue, or other theme during a specific period in American History. Students will delve in depth into the historical context of the topic, gaining a greater understanding of the way that people, ideas, and events can change history or reflect and respond to changes that have already occurred. Through primary and secondary sources, students will consider the issue from different perspectives, developing a greater understanding for the role of the historian as interpreter.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

HIST 105 or HIST 106 or HIST 133 or HIST 150 or HIST 151 or HIST 152 or HIST 160 or HIST 161 or HIST 170 or HIST 171 or HIST 222 or HIST 223 or HIST 232 or HIST 233 or HIST 243

Offered

Every year